The unfinished paper manufacturing market is characterized into paper
mills that are engaged in manufacturing paper from pulp, newsprint mills
that manufacturing newsprint and uncoated ground wood paper from pulp
and paperboard mills that are establishments involved in manufacturing
paperboard with manufactured or purchased pulp and may also convert the
paperboards further.

Asia was the largest region in the unfinished paper market in 2016,
accounting for 49.0% market share. This can be attributed to the demand
for corrugated and solid fiber box from the retail and e-commerce
industries as well as growth in the newsprint industry in the region.
The Americas was the second largest region accounting for 25% market
share. Europe was the third largest region accounting for 23% market
share.

Manufacturing in paper mills is getting faster and leaner with the
adoption of sensor and wireless technologies. Sensors are generating
insights for improving process efficiencies and reduce potential
breakdowns. Wireless technology is aiding the implementation of sensor
technology in manufacturing units. For instance, sensors are being used
to detect miniature parts, semi-finished goods, and wear and tear of
films. Major companies offering sensor technology for paper industries
are SENSIT, Baumer and Hansford sensors.